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Morris Chestnut
Age: 44 Birthdate: 1969-01-01 Birthplace: California, USA

Biography

Morris L. Chestnut (born January 1, 1969) is an American film and television actor. He is known for his roles as teenage father Ricky Baker in the 1991 film Boyz n the Hood, groom-to-be Lance Sullivan in the 1999 film The Best Man, as Tracy Reynolds, NBA star in the 2002 film Like Mike, and as the Visitor Ryan in the 2009-11 TV series V. Chestnut was born in Cerritos, California where he graduated from RichardGahrHigh School in 1986. He subsequently studied finance and drama at CaliforniaStateUniversity, Northridge. Chestnut's first professional acting role was as "Jadon" in Freddy's Nightmares: A Nightmare on Elm Street: The Series in the episode "A Family Affair" (season 2, episode 19) which aired on February 18, 1990. His first feature film role was as "Ricky Baker" in Boyz n the Hood (1991). He followed with roles in various TV movies. Chestnut also played a role on Patti LaBelle's short-lived sitcom Out All Night. His career continued to rise steadily with co-starring roles in standard big-budget studio films like Under Siege 2 (1995) and G.I. Jane (1997). In 1998, he won the annual Madden Bowl. In 1999 Chestnut starred in The Best Man with Taye Diggs and Nia Long in which he played a professional football player on the eve of his wedding. The Best Man earned positive reviews from the press and did well at the box office. For his performance Chestnut earned an NAACP Image Award nomination. He subsequently starred in The Brothers, another film centering on the themes of fidelity and success among urban professionals. He has worked with Steven Seagal three times. In Under Siege 2: Dark Territory, Chestnut is Seagal's reluctant partner. In both Half Past Dead and Prince of Pistols he co-stars as the main villain. He also was a football player in "The Game Plan" Chestnut is married to Pam Byse with whom he has a son and a daughter. In an interview for essence.com, he said that he prefers to keep his private life private. Chestnut is a fan of the Philadelphia Eagles and the USC Trojans. Morris Chestnut is also an avid poker player, and has a sponsorship arrangement with online poker room Full Tilt Poker. He is also a proud member of Phi Beta Sigma

Filmography

2013 Kick-Ass 2: Balls to the Walls Sergeant Marcus Williams
2013 Identity Thief Detective Reilly
2010 Takers
2009 Not Easily Broken Dave Johnson
2007 The Game Plan Travis Sanders
2007 The Perfect Holiday Benjamin Armstrong
2004 Ladder 49 Tommy Drake
2004 Breakin' All the Rules Evan
2004 Anacondas: The Hunt for the Blood Orchid Gordon Mitchell
2003 Confidence Travis
2002 Like Mike Tracey Reynolds
2001 The Brothers Jackson Smith
2001 Two Can Play That Game Keith Fenton
1999 The Best Man Lance Sullivan
1997 G.I. Jane McCool
1995 Under Siege 2: Dark Territory Bobby Zachs

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[Photos] Nia Long, Terrence Howard, Taye Diggs, Morris Chestnut & Monica Calhoun Reunite On Set Of Best Man Holiday
4/22/2013 7:20:20 PM
  It’s been two weeks since the sequel of ’90s film “The Best Man” began filming and fans of the movie will be happy to know that everyone from the original cast is returning. Last week, Nia Long and Terrence Howard were spotted bonding on set, as well as Taye Diggs and Monica Calhoun. Morris [...]
News: (@MarshaAmbrosius) Marsha Ambrosius, Anthony Hamilton Tapped For 'The Best Man' Sequel
4/22/2013 3:33:07 PM
Marsha Ambrosius and Anthony Hamilton are joining Sanaa Lathan, Taye Diggs, Morris Chestnut, Nia Long and more in the upcoming sequel to "The Best Man," titled "The Best Man Holiday."
Beverly Hills Cosmetic Dentist Remodels Office to Provide Patients With Anxiety-Free Experience
4/24/2013 12:01:00 PM
Dr. Kevin Sands, a Beverly Hills cosmetic dentist, has a mission to "create a smile to reflect who you really are." In order to create these cosmetically beautiful smiles, Dr. Sands always makes ...
Will the Black Panther superhero fnally get his own movie?
4/21/2013 2:33:20 PM
The Black Panther first hit the shelves in 1966 in issue #52 of The Fantastic Four before there was even a Black Panther Party, and he was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. read more        
Morris Chestnut Drops ‘Black Panther’ Hints On Twitter
4/9/2013 9:44:15 PM
Could Morris Chestnut turn up as the Black Panther character in The Avengers 2? The Boyz n the Hood actor took to Twitter today dropping hints about his involvement and the Marvel comic book character’s big screen future. Ain’t It Cool News reported that Chestnut had tweeted a photo earlier (later removed) of the cover of [...] Morris Chestnut Drops ‘Black Panther’ Hints On Twitter is a post ...
Morris Chestnut Getting Familiar With Black Panther
4/8/2013 9:33:23 PM
Actor Morris Chestnut is getting familiar with Black Panther comics, but for what reason?
Morris Chestnut Teases Black Panther Role In 'The Avengers 2'
4/10/2013 2:58:23 PM
If the former Boyz N' Da Hood star isn't involved in an unrevealed cinematic Black Panther project, then he obviously wants people to think he is. Morris Chestnut is an undeniable talent but has failed to crack through the gates of mainstream Hollywood or become a household name. But according to the source himself, Chestnut is rumored to be tapped to star as T'Challa the King of Wakanda in ...
Morris Chestnut NOT in Talks to Play ‘Black Panther’ ‘Avengers 2′ [Updated]
4/9/2013 11:20:32 PM
The newest rumors surrounding Marvel's long-awaited 'Black Panther' tease an introduction in 'the Avengers 2,' with Morris Chestnut seemingly interested.
Morris Chestnut Says Black Panther May Appear in 'Avengers 2'
4/10/2013 9:34:49 AM
The ' Kick-Ass 2 ' actor says he's not in talk for Black Panther project with Marvel after hinting that he set his eyes on the character.
'Nurse Jackie' Season 5 review: New direction a letdown after a standout season
4/15/2013 12:46:28 AM
(Warning: The following "Nurse Jackie" Season 5 review contains minor plot spoilers and a few general storyline details not revealed in the season premiere. We're not trying to give anything away, but proceed with caution if you're spoiler sensitive.)After a season in which Showtime's "Nurse Jackie" redefined itself as essential viewing, anything less is going to feel like a disappointment. And ...
The Weekend Playlist: Goodbye, Spartacus, Hello, Da Vinci; Louie C.K. Stand-Up
4/14/2013 1:50:44 PM
The Weekend Playlist: Goodbye, Spartacus, Hello, Da Vinci; Louie C.K. Stand-Up Seattle Post-Intelligencer Copyright 2013 Seattle Post-Intelligencer. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Published 7:58 am, Friday, April 12, 2013 What, you were expecting a happy ending to Starz' bloody breakout hit Spartacus? (Apologies if that's a ...
Rumor: Morris Chestnut Playing Marvel’s ‘Black Panther?’
4/9/2013 4:56:11 PM
Marvel’s Phase Two is ready to start next month, and with all those films lined up, fans have begun heavy speculation on what Phase Three will hold. It’ll start on November 6, 2015 with Edgar Wright’s Ant-Man. From there the possibilities include Doctor Strange, another Iron Man/Thor/Captain America sequel or maybe Black Panther. The latter [...]
Johnson scores 24 as Raptors beat Bulls 97-88
4/13/2013 1:45:57 AM
TORONTO (AP) -- Amir Johnson had 24 points and nine rebounds, Rudy Gay scored 23 points and the Toronto Raptors earned their second straight win over Chicago, beating the Bulls 97-88 on Friday night.
Black Panther To Appear In 'Avengers 2'?
4/9/2013 6:55:50 PM
Actor Morris Chestnut drops another hint about "Avengers 2" and Black Panther's possible role.
'Nurse Jackie's' New Showrunner on Fresh Starts, Comedy, 'Dexter' Similarities
4/13/2013 2:54:26 AM
Boarding the Edie Falco starrer for his first season, former "Dexter" showrunner Clyde Phillips talks with THR about making the dark comedy funny and exploring Jackie's impulsive nature and addictive personality. read more        
Johnson, Raptors win second straight over Bulls
4/13/2013 2:39:56 AM
Amir Johnson had 24 points and nine rebounds, Rudy Gay scored 23 points and the Toronto Raptors earned their second straight win over Chicago, beating the Bulls 97-88 on Friday night.
Raptors again trump Bulls as Gay drops 23
4/13/2013 1:45:18 AM
Amir Johnson had 24 points and nine rebounds, Rudy Gay scored 23 points and the Toronto Raptors earned their second straight win over Chicago, beating the Bulls 97-88 on Friday night.
Superhero Bits: Amazing Spider-Man 2, Black Panther, X-Men: Days of Future Past, Man of Steel, Iron Man 3
4/10/2013 9:16:49 PM
What kind of destruction is Electro causing on the set of The Amazing Spider-Man 2? Is there an update to the Morris Chestnut/Black Panther question? Want to see the best Iron Man 3 TV spot yet? Has Bryan Singer adopted another kind of social media on the set of X-Men Days of Future Past? Did someone [...]
Amir Johnson scores 24 points as Raptors beat Bulls 97-88
4/13/2013 1:57:09 AM
TORONTO - Amir Johnson had 24 points and nine rebounds, Rudy Gay scored 23 points and the Toronto Raptors earned their second straight win over Chicago, beating the Bulls 97-88 on Friday night.
Raptors Take Second Straight Game From Bulls, 97-88
4/13/2013 1:49:53 AM
Amir Johnson had 24 points and nine rebounds, Rudy Gay scored 23 points and the Toronto Raptors earned their second straight win over Chicago, beating the Bulls 97-88 on Friday night.

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